Markanja
Markanja is a village located in Sulya taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sulya (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Mangalore. As per 2009 stats, Markanja village is also a gram panchayat.
Markanja has its own place in the vibrant Dakshina Kannada region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Markanja
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markanja is 617771. The village spans a total geographical area of 1974.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574248. Sulya is nearest town to Markanja village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Markanja
Below is a concise population overview of Markanja as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,436 | 1,735 | 1,701 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 163 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 274 | 275 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 169 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 2,671 | 1,425 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 765 | 310 | 455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Markanja village:
- The total population of Markanja village is around 3,436, including approximately 1,735 males and 1,701 females, with a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 322 children aged 0–6 years in Markanja village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Markanja village has 549 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 339 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Markanja village is about 77.74%, with male literacy at 82.13% and female literacy at 73.25%.
- There are around 837 households in Markanja village.
Connectivity of Markanja
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Markanja. As per the 2011 stats, Markanja had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Markanja
Knowing the nearby villages of Markanja helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Markanja.
Frequently Asked Questions about Markanja
- Where is Markanja located?
- Markanja village is situated in Sulya Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Markanja?
- Markanja serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Markanja?
- The pincode of Markanja is 574248, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markanja is 3,436, with 1,735 males and 1,701 females.
- How many households are there in Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Markanja village has a total of 837 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Markanja as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markanja is 77.74%. The male literacy rate is 82.13%, while the female literacy rate is 73.25%.